Senior Embedded Linux Engineer (all genders) - Yocto · Python · IoT Edge

• Designing and maintaining our Yocto-based Linux distribution for ARM devices with limited compute
• Security on device, inter-process communication, networking, scheduling, observation
• Over-the-air (OTA) updates for both the OS and applications
• Integrating peripherals - watchdog, modem, AI accelerator - and improving their observability
• Bridging the system layer and the application layer through Python and Bash

The work spans from driver- and kernel-level integration in C/C++, to adapting our Linux distribution with Yocto to the underlying hardware layer, to debugging system-level failures such as memory leaks, up to writing the Python software that turns hardware capabilities into product features., * Application Development: Develop Python-based software that brings hardware capabilities to life and improves the reliability and performance of our products.

• System Integration: Work across the full stack-from kernel and driver integration to application development-connecting hardware, operating system, and product features.
• Device Reliability: Build secure, observable, and resilient systems, including OTA updates, networking, process communication, scheduling, and device monitoring.
• Debugging & Troubleshooting: Analyze and resolve complex issues across the platform, including kernel, drivers, networking, memory management, and application software.
• Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility for your solutions, proactively improve our platform, and help shape engineering best practices., * Tailored Mobility: Full speed ahead - Whether it’s sustainable bike leasing or a public transport subsidy, we keep you flexible and on the move
• Measurable goals: Our agile methods allow you to directly measure your impact on our product and company success.
• Team Culture & Networking: Real connections - also beyond the day-to-day. Celebrate successes with us at legendary team events and OKR parties
• Productive Environment: Brainfood deluxe - Whether it’s portafilter coffee, Bella&Bona online cafeteria, fresh fruit or our muesli bar - your wellbeing fuels your performance
• Health & Balance: Stay in balance with EGYM Wellpass or Urban Sports Club - access 1,000+ gyms and wellness spots across Germany
• Top Equipment & Ergonomics: Mac or Windows, in the office or remote - we make sure you’re set up for efficiency and comfort
• Dress Code? Your Code: What you do matters more than what you wear - dress in whatever makes you feel your best

• Embedded Linux Expertise: Several years of experience developing Embedded Linux systems and confidence working with Linux internals, GNU tools, and Bash.
• Engineering Mindset: Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Yocto Experience: Proven experience building, customizing, and maintaining Linux images using Yocto.
• Systems Programming: Strong programming skills in at least one systems language such as C, C++, Rust, Go, or Java.
• Python Development: Experience developing Python applications or a strong motivation to make Python your primary development language.
• Low-Level Debugging: Hands-on experience with debugging tools such as GDB, tcpdump, Valgrind, UART, and JTAG, including troubleshooting memory leaks and system-level issues.
• Operating System Knowledge: Solid understanding of Linux internals, bootloaders, systemd, drivers, kernel concepts, networking, and Docker.
• Language Skills: Fluent English (C1)., * Experience operating large-scale IoT fleets.
• Knowledge of industrial hardware, cameras, AI accelerators, modems, or network devices.
• Experience with computer vision, edge AI, or machine learning.
• Familiarity with MQTT and Protocol Buffers (ProtoBuf).